21 Lafayette St, Amesbury, MA, 01913
About This Home
Welcome to 21 Lafayette Street, a well-maintained 3-bedroom ranch tucked away on a dead-end street in a convenient Amesbury location. The eat-in kitchen serves as the heart of the home, offering a welcoming space for everyday meals and gatherings. Step outside to the rear deck overlooking the enormous fenced backyard, providing great space for outdoor enjoyment. A storage shed adds valuable room for tools and seasonal items. Recent upgrades include a Bosch high-efficiency furnace and heat pump system installed in 2025, enhancing comfort and energy efficiency. Additional features include vinyl siding, a whole-house generator, and solar panels to help reduce utility costs. With solid construction and opportunities for personal updates, this home offers excellent potential. Conveniently located near parks, shopping, dining, major routes, and public transportation, this property combines comfort, functionality, and accessibility.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1973
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Range,Dishwasher,Disposal,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer
- Laundry features: Gas Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup,In Basement
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full
Bathroom1
- Features: Bathroom - Full
- Level: First
Bedroom2
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Vinyl
- Level: First
Bedroom3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Vinyl
- Level: First
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Features
- Finished area above ground: 960
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 960
- Total interior livable area: 960 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Gas Stove, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
Living Room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Vinyl, Exterior Access
- Level: First
Master Bathroom
- Features: No
Master Bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Vinyl
- Level: First
Property
Details
- Parcel number: M:0067 B:0000 L:0086,3668619
- Zoning: R8
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck,Rain Gutters,Storage,Fenced Yard
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Lot size: 0.29 Acres
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Paved Drive,Off Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Coastal Flooding
- Inland Flooding
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Massachusetts Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $2,806 | $33,672 |
| Home Insurance * | $145 | $1,740 |
| Property Taxes | $702 | $8,424 |
| Electricity | $354 | $4,259 |
| Total | $4,007 | $48,084 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Massachusetts FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-14 | Contingent | $555,000 |
| 2026-07-30 | Price change | $555,000 |
| 2026-07-16 | Listed for sale | $569,900 |
| 2024-05-24 | Sold | $500,000 |
| 2024-03-24 | Contingent | $450,000 |
| 2024-03-19 | Listed for sale | $450,000 |
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